Why Become an AP Reader?
Gain an in-depth understanding of the AP Exam so you can better assess your own students’ work.
In our most recent survey, 95% of AP readers said they had a positive experience. Additionally, 8 out of 10 returning high school and higher ed AP readers said that participating in the AP Reading has had a positive impact on their teaching.
Join 20,000+ Educators
Exchange ideas and experiences with a global network of teachers, faculty, and AP Development Committee members.
Earn CEU Credits
Earn professional development hours and Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Score from Reading Sites or Home
In 2022, AP readers will score exams for all subjects at AP Reading sites. At-home scoring opportunities will be available for most subjects and all scoring will be done via computer.
Get Compensated
All readers receive compensation for their work during the AP Reading.
How to Apply
Complete the application to become an AP reader. Applications are accepted year-round, but spots are limited. Invitations are sent February through May. Check out additional benefits to becoming an AP reader.
Who can be an AP reader?
College Faculty
AP readers from colleges and universities must be active faculty members and have taught at least one semester of a comparable AP course — as described in the AP course description — within the past three years.
High School Teachers
Must be AP course authorized and currently teaching, with at least two years of experience teaching the course. Exception: teachers of a new AP course who demonstrate appropriate expertise.
Dates
2022 AP Reading Schedules
For 2022, AP readers will score student responses at AP Reading sites. At-home scoring opportunities will be available for most subjects during the dates listed below. All scoring will be done via computer.
Pre-Readings will take place at Reading sites immediately prior to the Reading.
| AP Subject | 2022 Site | 2022 Dates | Scoring Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Art and Design |
UT |
June 3–9 |
Reading site |
|
Art History |
UT |
June 3–9 |
Reading site |
|
Biology |
MO II |
June 11–17 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Calculus |
MO II |
June 11–17 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Chemistry |
UT |
June 3–9 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Chinese Language and Culture |
OH II |
June 12–18 |
Reading site |
|
Comparative Government and Politics |
UT |
June 3–9 |
Reading site |
|
Computer Science A |
MO I |
June 2–8 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Computer Science Principles |
MO I |
June 2–8 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
English Language and Composition |
FL II |
June 10–16 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
English Literature and Composition |
UT |
June 3–9 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Environmental Science |
OH I |
June 3–9 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
European History |
MO I |
June 2–8 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
French Language and Culture |
OH II |
June 12–18 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
German Language and Culture |
OH II |
June 12–18 |
Reading site |
|
Human Geography |
OH I |
June 3–9 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Italian Language and Culture |
OH II |
June 12–18 |
Reading site |
|
Japanese Language and Culture |
OH II |
June 12–18 |
Reading site |
|
Latin |
FL II |
June 10–16 |
Reading site |
|
Macroeconomics |
OH I |
June 3–9 |
Reading site |
|
Microeconomics |
OH I |
June 3–9 |
Reading site |
|
Music Theory |
MO II |
June 11–17 |
Reading site |
|
Physics |
MO I |
June 2–8 |
Reading site |
|
Psychology |
FL II |
June 10–16 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Research |
UT |
June 3–9 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Seminar |
UT |
June 3–9 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Spanish Language and Culture |
OH II |
June 12–18 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
Spanish Literature and Culture |
FL I |
June 1–7 |
Reading site |
|
Statistics |
MO II |
June 11–17 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
United States Government and Politics |
UT |
June 3–9 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
United States History |
FL I |
June 1–7 |
Reading site and at-home |
|
World History: Modern |
MO I |
June 2–8 |
Reading site and at-home |
Please note: schedule is subject to change
Reading Sites:
FL – Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, Fla.
MO – Kansas City Convention Center, Kansas City, Mo.
OH – Duke Energy Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
UT – Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, Utah